Category Archives: Health

Vaccines, Epidemics, and Homeopathy

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Katie

I was in a waiting room the other day and the show, “The Doctors” was on the television. I haven’t seen too much of this program, but I happened to walk in during a panel discussion on vaccines. They were speaking … Continue reading →

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Water Kefir

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Katie

What is water kefir? Water kefir is a fermented beverage made from water kefir “grains.” The grains are clear, gelatinous crystal looking structures that look and feel like small crystals of unflavored gelatin. Kefir grains contain many strains of healthful bacteria which … Continue reading →

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Daily Immune Booster

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Katie

With all the news about the horrid flu, stomach bugs, etc. going around right now, I wanted to share a daily step I take to keep my immune system strong and remain healthy. Every year of my adult life I … Continue reading →

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Homeopathy and Allergic Reaction

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Katie

In this day, just about every child you meet has allergies. I’m a firm believer that damage to the gut is the cause from assaults from vaccines, antibiotics, and chemicals. 100 years ago, even 50 years ago, severe allergies were … Continue reading →

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Good Sources of Non-Dairy Calcium

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Katie

We have delved into the issue of why dairy is not the best source of calcium, so where do we go for this much needed mineral? There are MANY great sources outside of dairy. For maximum absorption of calcium, it … Continue reading →

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More Reasons Why Milk is NOT a Health Food

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Katie

Yesterday we discussed how all the fantastic calcium milk contains is used by the body to adjust the pH of the body to be more alkaline, due to the acidic nature of milk. Today I would like to discuss the … Continue reading →

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Reasons Why Milk is NOT a Health Food

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Katie

I hate to break it to you, but your beloved dairy may be causing all kinds of health issues in your body including acne, decreased immune function, premature puberty, and even osteoporosis. What??? How can milk (and other dairy), sources … Continue reading →

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First Bites Review and Giveaway!

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Katie

I had the pleasure of reading a new eBook, First Bites: How to Instill Healthy Eating Habits During Your Baby’s First Year. Hilary Kimes Bernstein, of the green blog Accidentally Green, shares with us her mistakes and triumphs feeding her two children … Continue reading →

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Flu Shot Linked to H1N1 Virus and Alzheimer’s

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Katie

I just read an article describing several Canadian studies that show those who received the flu vaccine in 2008 had a higher instance of H1N1. Of those that did not have the flu vaccine and contracted H1N1, the symptoms were … Continue reading →

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What’s in Your Water?

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Katie

When we think of undrinkable water, we might picture a third world country or vacationing somewhere exotic and staying clear of the water. The main issues with these water sources are bacteria from unsanitary conditions. But what about our “healthy” … Continue reading →

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